True Wireless
Hidizs H1
62Average
$299
Full review dataHidizs H1 vs Sony WF-1000XM4: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Sony WF-1000XM4 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Sony WF-1000XM4 - Great overall at around $199.
True Wireless
Sony WF-1000XM4
84Great
$199
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Hidizs H1
Sound6.0
Battery4.5
Calls5.0
Value6.5
Sony WF-1000XM4
Sound8.5
Noise cancelling9.0
Battery7.5
Calls7.0
Value7.5
Specifications
| Spec | Hidizs H1 | Sony WF-1000XM4 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $299 | $199 |
| HearWiki score | 62 / 100 · Average | 84 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2018 | 2021 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | single dynamic driver | 6 mm |
| Driver size | 10.2 mm | 6 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-40kHz | 20 Hz - 40,000 Hz |
| Impedance | 20 Ω | - |
| Sensitivity | 112 dB/mW | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 | 5.2 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX-LL | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Wireless range | - | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 8 h | 12 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 8 h |
| Battery incl. case | - | 24 h |
| Full charge time | 60 min | 90 min |
| Quick charge | - | 5 min = 1 h |
| Wireless charging | No | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | - |
| ANC type | none | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | No | - |
| Companion app | Yes | - |
| Custom EQ | No | - |
| Wear detection | No | - |
| Controls | buttons | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 20 g | 41.1 g |
| Case weight | - | 41 g |
| Water resistance | IPX5 | IPX4 |
| USB-C | No | - |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 1 | - |
| Call noise reduction | HD Call support | - |
What reviewers said
Hidizs H1
The Hidizs H1 is a budget-friendly wireless IEM that offers a comfortable fit and a mild V-shaped sound signature, making it a solid choice for casual listening. It supports aptX and other codecs via its Bluetooth module, and while its battery life and volume control are limited, it provides good value for its price.
- Pro:Comfortable fit for extended use
- Pro:Mild V-shaped tuning that appeals to many listeners
- Pro:Good value for the price point
- Con:Battery life is on the shorter side
- Con:Volume control on the Bluetooth cable is limited
- Con:Technical performance is only average
Sony WF-1000XM4
The Sony WF-1000XM4 are high-end true wireless earbuds that excel in active noise cancellation and sound quality, with a compact 6mm driver and support for high-resolution LDAC streaming. They provide about 8 hours of playback per charge, extendable to 24 hours with the case, and include handy features like multipoint connectivity and quick charging. Their IPX4 rating makes them suitable for workouts, though the overall design is a bit bulky for some ears.
- Pro:Excellent active noise cancellation
- Pro:Rich, detailed sound with LDAC support
- Pro:Good battery life with fast charging
- Con:Bulkier fit compared to rivals
- Con:No wireless charging on the case
- Con:Touch controls can be finicky
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